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  • Police bring in extra resources ahead of tangi

    Source: New Zealand Police

    Attribute to Tairāwhiti Area Commander Inspector Danny Kirk:

    The Gisborne community will notice additional Police on patrol ahead of a tangi for a patched gang member on Monday morning.

    A large number of gang members and associates are expected to be in town for the tangi, and Police will have additional resources on hand to provide staff the support they need for a gathering of this size. Extra staff from neighbouring Police districts will be in Tairāwhiti, ensuring we can respond to any scenario that threatens public safety. The Police helicopter, Eagle, will also provide aerial support through Monday.

    We are mindful of providing a space for whānau and friends to grieve peacefully while balancing the safety of the community.

    Police have been in contact with local gang leaders to outline our expectations, including around the wearing or displaying of gang insignia in a public place, which Police will act upon. We have also been in communication with whānau of the deceased.

    Our focus is on the safety of everyone. We will not tolerate behaviour that aims to threaten or intimidate, and officers will be working to reduce disruption to the public.

    Police will have extra patrols around Gisborne and the wider area, including on the roads. Even if we can’t take enforcement action on the day, staff will follow up on reports of illegal activity.

    At the heart of this is the safety of our community and I urge anyone who has immediate concerns for their safety to please call Police on 111.

    If you are reporting matters after the fact, please make a report online or call 105, referencing file number 250511/1622.

    ENDS

    Issued by the Police Media Centre

  • Homicide investigation launched after Napier incident

    Source: New Zealand Police

    A teenager has died after a serious incident in Napier overnight.

    Police were called to a disorder event on Alexander Avenue in Onekawa, about 3.10am today, said Detective Inspector Martin James, District Manager Criminal Investigations.

    “On arrival, a teenage boy was found critically injured at an Alexander Avenue address. Despite all efforts by ambulance staff, he died at the scene.

    “At the same time, a second injured teenager was located at a Cottrell Crescent address. He was transported to hospital in a serious condition but has since been discharged.

    “Enquiries are in the very early stages and Police are providing support to the whānau of both victims.”

    Detective Inspector James said a disorder event involving a group of people on Dinwiddie Avenue may be linked to the incident.

    A scene examination is ongoing, and cordons remain in place at the intersections of Hitchings Avenue and Alexander Avenue, Dinwiddie Avenue and Wallis Place, and Alexander Avenue, near Dinwiddie Avenue.

    “Police will have a noticeable presence in the area while that work continues.

    “We are speaking with a number of people as part of the investigation, but we urgently want to hear from anyone who was in the area, or anyone who took photos or video of the altercation on Dinwiddie Avenue.

    “A number of investigators are working to determine what occurred and why, and we urge anyone who can assist our enquiries to contact us as soon as possible.”

    Anyone with information is asked to make a report online, or by calling 105. Please quote the reference number 250511/1317.

    Information can also be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555.

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    Issued by the Police Media Centre

  • Police appealing for information following aggravated robbery in Marton

    Source: New Zealand Police

    Police investigating an aggravated robbery in Marton are appealing for information from the public.

    On Saturday 10 May, Police received a report of a person entering a commercial premises on Broadway at around 10pm.

    The alleged offender threatened an employee with a weapon before taking cash.

    The employee was uninjured, however is understandably shaken by the incident.

    Prior to Police arrival, the alleged offender fled the area on foot.

    Manawatu Police would like to speak with anyone who may have witnessed the aggravated robbery or may have information that could assist in our invesitgation.

    Police would also like to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage in the Broadway area between 9.30pm and 11pm on Saturday night.

    Anyone with information that can assist Police in our investigation is urged to contact us online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report” or by calling 105.

    Please use the reference number 250511/1196.

    Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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    Issued by Police Media Centre

  • Wellington Queer Communities Protest Against NZ First’s Anti-Trans Bill

    Source: Queer Endurance in Defiance (QED)

    On Saturday 8 May, around 400 protesters rallied with Queer Endurance in Defiance (QED), protesting against a proposed member’s bill by NZ First MP Jenny Marcroft, which aims to legally exclude trans people from definitions of “man” and “woman.”

    NZ First leader Winston Peters announced on 22 April that the bill will define a woman as an “adult human biological female” and a man as an “adult human biological male.” The wording of the bill reflects that of a recent ruling from Britain’s Supreme Court, which similarly excluded trans women from the definition of women.

    QED activists say both moves seek to facilitate the exclusion of trans people from social services and public life. QED spokesperson Tristan-Cordelia Egarr noted that the government had already indicated moves to restrict access to puberty blockers for trans rangatahi, and erase queer and trans people from Relationships and Sexuality Education in schools.

    Egarr also noted that “instead of focusing on the most pressing issues facing New Zealanders – the cost of living crisis, child poverty, the climate crisis, our overburdened healthcare system – Peters and the government are presenting these transparent attempts to distract and divide us by targeting an already marginalised and vulnerable community.”

    “Now more than ever, trans communities need support. Join Queer Endurance in Defiance, or your local queer organisation, and help us demonstrate that we will not be defined out of existence. We trans people will continue to exist, and we will continue to resist.”

  • No Justice for State Abuse Survivors- Kapa-Kingi

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    Te Pāti Māori MP for Te Tai Tokerau calls out the government’s decision to keep funding state abuse, turning their backs on justice and real change for abuse in care survivors.

    “The government has committed to throwing $744 million down the drain, reinforcing a violent regime of disrespect against the expertise and experience of survivors” said Te Pāti Māori spokesperson for Oranga Tamariki Mariameno Kapa-Kingi.

    “Survivors bared their souls to the Royal Commission and its findings were meant to deliver transformational change, not serve as an inquiry for nothing. Minister Erica Stanford should be deeply ashamed of herself, as should every other complicit member of parliament in the coalition government.

    “Stanford has assumed she knows better than those who have lived and survived state abuse, throwing away money top-ups to cover up the fact that government has yet again ignored key recommendations.

    “We need to see these ‘band-aid for bullet wounds’ approaches for what they truly are, cover-ups and superficial solutions to deep systemic failures” said Kapa-Kingi.

    Te Pāti Māori remains unwavering in our commitment to ensuring that every recommendation from the inquiry is fully implemented.

  • Fatal crash, Hastings

    Source: New Zealand Police

    One person has died and another has serious injuries following a two-vehicle collision in Hastings overnight.

    Emergency services were called to the crash on Southampton Street West, near the intersection with King Street South, about 12.20am.

    Sadly, one of the drivers died at the scene, while the other was transported to hospital in a serious condition. There were no other occupants in either car.

    Police are providing support to the next of kin.

    The Serious Crash Unit has carried out a scene examination and enquiries into the cause of the crash are ongoing.

    ENDS

    Issued by the Police Media Centre

  • Road closures, Napier

    Source: New Zealand Police

    Cordons are in place following a serious incident in Napier overnight.

    Police were called to Alexander Avenue in Onekawa about 3.10am.

    Cordons are in place at the intersections of Hitchings Avenue and Alexander Avenue, Dinwiddie Avenue and Wallis Place, and Alexander Avenue, near Dinwiddie Avenue.

    A scene examination is under way this morning and cordons are expected to remain in place through the day.

    At this early stage, Police are unable to comment further.

    Information will be released proactively.

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    Issued by the Police Media Centre

  • Minister for Mental Health and Associate Minister of Health to travel to Melbourne

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    Minister for Mental Health and Associate Minister of Health Matt Doocey will travel to Australia on 12 May to attend Digital Health Festival 2025 in Melbourne. He will head a delegation of 23 New Zealand companies and organisations, to highlight the leading role New Zealand is playing in the digital transformation of healthcare.

    “New Zealand has a proud history of innovation in healthcare. I am delighted to support the innovative, forward-thinking Kiwi companies at this year’s Digital Health Festival and showcase some of New Zealand’s world-class healthtech solutions,” Mr Doocey says.

    While at the event, Mr Doocey will deliver a keynote speech on New Zealand’s innovative approach to healthcare and take part in a panel discussion on ‘Enhancing the Future of Patient Care – Innovation from the Edge’. He will also work directly with New Zealand companies to open doors to more opportunities for New Zealand businesses in Australia and globally. 

    “Healthtech is one of New Zealand’s largest and fastest-growing tech subsectors, employing over 10,500 people globally. International collaboration is key to driving much-needed innovation in the industry and events such as this provide an excellent platform for fostering partnerships,” Mr Doocey says.

    Digital Health Festival 2025 will run from 13-14 May, bringing together over 8,000 influential leaders and innovators to connect and share the latest developments in healthcare. A New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) hosted pavilion will be the focal point of New Zealand’s presence at the event.

    Mr Doocey leaves for Melbourne on Monday 12th May and will conclude his visit on Thursday 15 May.

  • Government Doesn’t Want To Define Woman

    Government Doesn’t Want To Define Woman

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    MEDIA RELEASE – 10 May 2025

    It’s not just Chris Hipkins who cannot define a woman!

    The Government’s response to a 23,532-strong petition asking for ‘woman’ to be clearly defined in all laws, public policies and regulations has been issued, and is being labelled as weak, confused, and shows both a clear lack of understanding around what a woman is and any desire to protect women in society.

    “The sad irony is that the Minister for Women in her response refused to define what a woman is.  Alongside this, she is also clearly indicating the irrelevancy of her role because she will not actually stand up for the recognition and protection of women” says Bob McCoskrie, CEO of Family First.

    The petition asked that ‘woman’ be defined as ‘an adult human female’ in all our laws, public policies and regulations.  It was referred to the Minister for Women, Nicola Grigg, to reply to.

    “There is a clear need to define what a woman is (and a man) so as ensure the necessary protections for specific women’s issues and spaces, such as schools; sports; prisons or other detention facilities; domestic violence centers; rape crisis centers; changing rooms; toilets; & other areas where biology, safety, or privacy are implicated that result in separate accommodations. (Family First has always held that individuals born with a medically verifiable diagnosis of disorder / differences in sex development should be provided appropriate legal protections.)”

    “We note the further irony that the Government has just targeted pay equity laws which themselves are clearly focused on women, and yet simultaneously has responded to our petition saying they also have no idea what a woman is.”

    The Government is also hiding behind a Law Commission review which is not actually about women but about “people who are transgender, people who are non-binary and people with innate variations of sex characteristics”.

    The recent decision by the UK Supreme Court has given a clear and welcome direction that New Zealand could readily follow.

    That the Minister’s response is clumsy and directionless means there is even more need for the Member’s Bill by New Zealand First MP Jenny Marcroft – the Legislation (Definitions of Woman and Man) Amendment Bill – to be drawn from the ballot, debated, and passed into law.

    “It is well past time that the Minister for Women and the New Zealand Government remove their confusion around biological reality and return to protecting and celebrating women – especially given that we are celebrating Mothers’ Day this weekend,” says Mr McCoskrie.

  • Update: Auckland Southern Motorway crash

    Source: New Zealand Police

    A motorcyclist has been transported to hospital in a critical condition following a crash on Auckland’s Southern Motorway this afternoon.

    Emergency services were alerted to the crash involving a car and a motorbike at 3.10pm.

    The Southern Motorway is closed northbound, between Market Road and the Wellington Street on-ramp.

    Motorists are advised to take alternative routes where possible, as lengthy delays are likely.

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    Issued by Police Media Centre.